Solar Panels Brisbane

Which solar panel is right for your home?

There are so many solar panels to choose from and every company says they have the best. Well, they can’t all be the best. Not all companies are as honest and transparent with their quotes as what we believe they should be. The quality of the solar panel should be a key point to consider when purchasing a solar system and differentiating one brand of panels from another is not that easy.

That’s why we have based our selection of solar panels on the tier ratings of the panel manufacturers to which there are three tier ratings that are commonly used in the solar industry.

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What are Tier Ratings?

Tier 1 rated solar panels - are the lowest risk and have a proven history of quality and overall performance. –The main benefits of these manufacturers, which total only about 3% of the manufacturers in the market, is that they are vertically integrated, meaning they make the whole panel from start to finish, not just assemble them, they are very innovative and invest heavily in development & research, they use automated robotic manufacturing techniques that ensure superior standards of quality and they would usually have over 5 year’s experience in making solar panels.

Tier 2 rated solar panels - are usually cheaper and although there are some good ones at the top of the scale, there are some that may be riskier to use near the bottom These manufacturers comprise about 7% of the market, and they usually have only been making panels for approx two to five years. They would invest relatively small amounts in development & research and their use of robotic automation would not be a major factor in their production lines.

Tier 3 rated solar panels - should be avoided in our opinion. They are much cheaper, however, please remember you get what you pay for. These manufacturers comprise approx 90% of the market however they are least experienced. They usually just assemble other company’s components and are very high in manpower input rather than any mechanisation. Another important factor to think about is whether they are third party approved panels that have been scientifically tested and rated for their efficiency and quality.

Our range of panel brands

We have done our research and selected two high quality and reliable brands to choose from.

Our Premium Range

TopSola is one of the top Chinese branded panels with strong support from the government. They manufacture top-tier quality solar panels and exports globally and well recognised in Europe and America. TopSola has advanced technologies in the production of solar cells with automatic production processes and strict process control, ensuring zero appearance defect and stable transformation efficiency in processing.

Our Superior Range

These Jinko Solar brand solar panels are specially made for the Australian market and are rated at 250w each. They come with a 10-year warranty on materials and workmanship as well as 25 years performance warranty. (Industry leading power output at 12 years/90% and 25 years/80%).

There are literally many 100s of Chinese solar panels on the Australian market. We believe that Jinko is the best of the best Chinese solar panels suited for the Australian conditions. They are in the top ten of Tier 1 rated solar panels.

Our Prestige Range

The brand name that you probably know. These LG solar panels will provide decades of clean, reliable energy. Choosing LG’s state-of-the-art Mono XTM is an investment in superior standards of design, manufacture, back up support and warranties. After a rigorous process, LG’s product durability testing laboratory has earned certification from both TÜV Rheinland and UL (Underwriters Laboratories), a first in the solar industry.

Important note

All work on your solar power system, other than to locate, mount and fix in place solar electrical equipment, including PV panels, must be carried out by a licenced electrician. More information on this here - Solar power systems - what you can and can't do

Roof racking systems

Also very important in any solar package is the quality of the racking’s that hold the solar panels to your roof. Longevity is the secret here. We have been very happy with the quality and performance of racking’s from Grace. They will ensure that your solar panels stay on your roof.

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Latest News

The link between the PCA and the WaterMark Scheme

Oct 09, 2018

Our plumbing team, as are the whole of the plumbing industry in Australia, are guided by the Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA). The PCA, among other things,
states which products are certified and authorised to be used in the plumbing systems of your home or business. This ensures that the components of
your plumbing system are suitable for the job they’re installed to do.

The WaterMark Schedule of Products lists all the relevant plumbing and drainage products that are authorised for use in Australia. Some products are exempt
from certification, however, most are listed.

Are your plumbing components certified?

Wondering if the parts your plumber just installed are up to scratch and compliant?

Each certified product carries the WaterMark logo as well as it’s WaterMark licence number and is listed on the WaterMark product database which can be
accessed by anyone here - abcb.gov.au

The WaterMark Certification Scheme was set up in 1988 to ensure the products used in plumbing work and building were to a standard and the right part for
the job needed to ensure they’ll stand the test of time and do what they’re needed to do.

Can you imagine one or more components of your plumbing system failing? What a mess!

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Our plumbing team only use top quality products which carry the relevant WaterMark certification and licence.
All parts can be verified through the WaterMark database.

More information

More information on the link between the PCA and WaterMark can be found on the Australian Building Codes Board website here - abcb.gov.au

Never risk an unlicenced electrician

Sep 06, 2018

With Electricity Safety Week approaching the tragic death of a young NSW carpenter earlier this year brings the dangers of using unlicensed electricians
into the spotlight.

The terrible electrical accident occurred while the carpenter was working in the roof of a Sydney home thought to have been fitted with legal wiring which
connected the house directly to the mains power system, bypassing the electricity meter, switchboard, and safety switches.

Unfortunately, this was the second incident NSW emergency services had to attend to in the last few months which was believed to be linked to illegal unlicensed
electricians. A few months ago fire crews responded to a house fire which was found to be caused by faulty electrical work.

Dangers of shonky electrical work

Shonky, unlicensed electrical work can put everyone in your home or busines at risk of an electrical accident. The hazard extends to any tradesperson who
needs to work on any part of your home, at any time in the future. Faulty electrical practices, such as connecting to the power grid illegally, could
cause an accident tomorrow or next year. It's just a matter of time before someone gets hurt.

How to ensure your electrician is licenced?

Authorities encourage consumers to ask every tradesperson who works on or around their home or business for a current licence.

WorkSafe Queensland has a license search function on their website which allows customers to check the licence of their electrician.
worksafe.qld.gov.au

A Queensland Electrical Licence will look like this (different categories - different coloured licences. More information on worksafe.qld.gov.au). Ensure
you check the expiry date of your electrician's licence as well to make sure it's current.

If an electrician, or any tradesperson for that matter, make excuses about why they can't show you their licence, don't use them. It's not worth the risk.

Electrical Safety Week

Electrical Safety Week, which runs from 10 to 14 September 2018, promotes the importance of electrical safety for homes and workplaces across Queensland.

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